1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 548 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2946 mm |
